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Man recounts pain of 2007 post-poll chaos

Maurice Opondo with his wife and child at home in Uranga, Siaya County
 Maurice Opondo with his wife and child at home in Uranga, Siaya County [PHOTOS: OLIVIAODHIAMBO AND ANTONY GITONGA/ STANDARD]

Kiambu, Kenya: Maurice Owino Opondo, 41,was running a thriving business in Juja, Kiambu County when his world suddenly crumbled.

Mr Opondo, a resident of Uranga, Siaya County, recalls events that followed the disputed presidential poll in 2007, that saw him lose his business, limbs and get separated from his wife and two children.

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